Jonathan S. Forester | Partner

AREAS OF PRACTICE

Jonathan S. Forester is a partner with the firm. Mr. Forester represents contractors, owners, insurers, self-insureds and subcontractors in complex property damage and injury claims. Mr. Forester has represented clients in claims relating to commercial buildings, highways, bridges, theaters, airports and various other construction sites relating to contractual breaches, delay and disruption damages and construction defects including moisture intrusion, roof damage, structural defects, construction vibration damage, and fire or explosions. He represents and advises construction-related entities and other businesses through contract negotiation and drafting, as well as the filing of liens and recovery of funds owed pursuant to the Louisiana Private and Public Works Acts and federal Miller Act. Mr. Forester is adept in the trial courtroom and also argues appeals. He regularly gives seminars regarding all facets of construction law. In addition, he has served on the Federal Bar Association’s Younger Lawyers Division Board of Directors since 2016. Mr. Forester has been selected for four years (2014, 2015, 2017 and 2018) as a “Rising Star” in the field of Construction Litigation by Super Lawyers publication and was a finalist for the Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel’s 2017 Maraist Award.

REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS

Obtained lowest and nominal settlement figure of 20+ defendants for defendant contractor against claims by 75+ plaintiff homeowners alleging vibration and dewatering damage related to large drainage project in New Orleans.

Jonathan S. Forester
Partner

Jonathan S. Forester is a partner with the firm. Mr. Forester represents contractors, owners, insurers, self-insureds and subcontractors in complex property damage and injury claims. Mr. Forester has represented clients in claims relating to commercial buildings, highways, bridges, theaters, airports and various other construction sites relating to contractual breaches, delay and disruption damages and construction defects including moisture intrusion, roof damage, structural defects, construction vibration damage, and fire or explosions. He represents and advises construction-related entities and other businesses through contract negotiation and drafting, as well as the filing of liens and recovery of funds owed pursuant to the Louisiana Private and Public Works Acts and federal Miller Act. Mr. Forester is adept in the trial courtroom and also argues appeals. He regularly gives seminars regarding all facets of construction law. In addition, he has served on the Federal Bar Association’s Younger Lawyers Division Board of Directors since 2016. Mr. Forester has been selected for four years (2014, 2015, 2017 and 2018) as a “Rising Star” in the field of Construction Litigation by Super Lawyers publication and was a finalist for the Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel’s 2017 Maraist Award.

REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS

Obtained lowest and nominal settlement figure of 20+ defendants for defendant contractor against claims by 75+ plaintiff homeowners alleging vibration and dewatering damage related to large drainage project in New Orleans.

Successfully negotiated contracts involving all forms of construction delivery methods for developers, general contractors and subcontractors.

EDUCATION

Louisiana State University, B.S., 2004

Université Jean Moulin (Lyon III), summer law program, 2007

Louisiana State University School of Law, J.D., 2009

President, Moot Court Board

Member, Trial Advocacy Board

Winner, Robert Lee Tullis Moot Court Competition

Best Brief, Robert Lee Tullis Moot Court Competition

Regional Winner, National Moot Court Competition

American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL) Excellence in Advocacy Award, NMCC

ACTL Best Oral Advocate Award, NMCC

BAR ADMISSIONS

Louisiana Supreme Court and all courts of Louisiana

United States Court of Appeal for the Fifth Circuit

United States District Courts for the Eastern, Western and Middle Districts of Louisiana

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Louisiana State Bar Association

New Orleans Bar Association

American Bar Association

Forum on Construction Law

Federal Bar Association

Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel

Jefferson Bar Association

Associated Builders and Contractors

Loyola College’s Executive Mentor Program

At Riess LeMieux, we approach our clients and their legal issues with the acuity they expect and the service they deserve. Our regional presence and multi-faceted service areas mean that whenever an issue arises, we are ready to face the challenge.